Where do I start.....

So much has gone on the last couple of weeks I don't even know where to start! I officially threw the crutches away a week ago and so far everything is going well, besides stiff muscles. I go once a week for Physio , and let me tell you it's not pleasant, so much for a nice relaxing message- it's 2 hours of PAIN!!! hahaha. I haven't ventured into the gym yet, but I am hoping to go back tomorrow. The problems with my hip inspired me to do a challenge about something I dislike about myself, and I came up with this, a bit dramatic I know, but at the time when I found out about the Avascular Necroses it was very scary!
We are missing Jackson terribly, our lives are so quiet without him, even our friends who come over say that it is just not the same without Jackson attempting to climb on their laps, or haring around with the kids. Besides, we always felt so safe with him around, he was our protector and because of Mark's job, he is away often and I just don't feel safe anymore without my protector. I did some looking around to find another Cane Corso , never to replace Jackson, but to try to fill this big hole left in our lives. The happy news is we have bought a new pup from the USA,(Avalanche Kennels- link in left hand margin) he is only 4 weeks old, he will be flown to South Africa when he is 8 weeks old. He is one of these, I could never choose between them so I have asked the breeder to choose for me(taken at 3 weeks)

Here is the Momand Dad

But then the coolest thing happened, I was again searching for anyone else in South Africa with Cane Corso's and I could not believe it when I found a lady living in the same area as us who has 2 pups, also imported. We have made contact and are chatting about getting our dogs together at a later stage to breed a litter. These beautiful dogs are rare here, actually more like non existent, so it is so exciting to meet someone else as obsessed as our family!

Another exciting thing to happen, especially for the guys, is that our rugby team, The Sharks, won the Currie Cup!! We got together for a party, along with Kim (of KimB Designs fame) and family. Long before Kim and I met we used to laugh and talk about our Pink Drinks, well we finally had them together!

Here are some photos- you can see some more on Kim's blog.
My life has been threatened , so these are the milder ones hahaha(and excuse the blurred ones hee hee)The Guys- Kim and I realized how similar Mark and her hubby Wayne are!Doep and ElizeWe went all out with tattoos, stickers, straws...Except for Wayne, he was the only non supporter there!YAY!! The Sharks won- celebration!!!!!

Mark consoling Wayne hahahaPink Drinks Anyone??Kim's going to kill me hahaha- but....(only this one I promise I will be good)and sorry Deon, but I could not resist putting this one up!Ooops, sorry Mark, but you were hilarious Ok, down to business LOL

Congrats to Kim and Gaye for their guest positions at Memory Scraps, their stores are officially open and iNSD sales, challenges and games are officially on there too!

KimB Designs has lots of new goodies in her store- all 30% 0ff

AlwaysMy LO (my daughter Cherye)
And some new CU goodies, including this awesome huuuge CU Grab Bag
(Full reveal in the store)
And a freebie for you, using a lot of the goodies in the bagDownload here
(link fixed)

And thanks Ruthie for giving me your beautiful kit, Give Thanks
And my LO- a thank you to my dear friends for making me laugh and making my life more bearable these last few months, I love you, Mwah!
Kim has a beautiful freebie on her blog, pop in get it -and don't forget, she is one year YOUNGER tomorrow, woohoo!!!!

And just one more pic- of my doxies just after a day at the spa (doggy parlour)They were not impressed with the bows in their hair

I won't be around until after the weekend, so enjoy iNSD and spend spend spend !!!

Another Colour Challenge freebie

I decided to do the Colour Challenge at ESS,hosted by Design by Tina .I loved the darker colours. We don't celebrate Halloween in South Africa so this is not officially a Halloween kit, more a scary night type of kit haha

Download here and here

My daughter Cherye has had an article and some of her arty stuff published in Salt Water Girl, she is so excited, she wrote the entire article herself.
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Today....

(My DD Cherye made this)

Today our beloved pup, Jackson, passed away, he was only 17 months old. He was born with cancer but we only found out 2 months ago that it was already in advanced stages. The vet removed all he could but he just went downhill from there. The above photo was taken a few days ago, he was still cheerful and in no pain but suddenly on Sunday night he deteriorated and after taking him to the vet we were told there was nothing more they could do for him. We brought him home for one night to spend our last bit of time with him and to say our goodbyes. Yesterday we took him to the biggest research veterinary hospital in the country for one final opinion, and sadly we had to let him go early this morning. It has been devastating, but we were so lucky to have such a wonderful dog, even for such a short time, he will be so missed by all of us.

For Kristine- Hot Pants blog train freebies!!

Surprise Kristine!!!!! How sneaky can we be haha. Hope you have a wonderful happy day, Wenches, and I hope you enjoy our sneaky creations especially for you!!

Here we go..... here is mineDownload here

Bekah's part- get it hereLoucee's part- get it herePaula's part- get it hereVicki's part- get it hereJodiann's part- get it hereKim's part -get it hereRuth's part-get it here
And the kit in action!
By RuthBy meBy Kim
Due to time differences some links may not be up yet, check back later and don't miss out LOL
Enjoy and have a wonderful day and week!

Going Vintage!

I can't resist a good quiz, and I saw this on my sister Bonnie's blog and decided to give it a go:

What's your color personality?

Well, I always thought my favourite colour was green or orange, but it turns out it is RED. And when I read the personality type it is me to the T, and I do have a red bedroom!

Based on your choices, you seem to lean toward the traits associated with an affinity for the color red. Your friends likely describe you as warm, passionate, and dynamic. You tend to feel emotions strongly and often wear your heart on your sleeve.A very social person, you are popular for your energy and readiness to have a good time. You're one person who's always ready to party! When it comes to relationships, work, and even how you decorate your home, you can be pretty traditional, but you're also willing to make bold moves to make a statement.Your strong opinions and competitive nature mean that you sometimes clash with others, but often your warmth and confidence save the day. If you want to introduce your signature color into your home's décor, consider a rich red for a formal dining room or as an unexpected punch of color in an entryway.

I love colour, our house interior has lots of yellows and oranges,and bright paintings. I only have wood furniture, and I have chandeliers. I don't like mod furniture at all, I love the Bohemian and Bali look, I love glitz and sparkles and glass danglies haha. I am in the process of planning a new kitchen,definitely cherry wood, and red splash backs, and a red chandelier of course! At the moment we have lime green tiles and lights(Mark chose them as he loves the mod look, we definitely are opposites!) that look like rockets, and stained glass cupboard doors on some cupboards, which I LOVE .This is the one room in our house we have not renovated, except for granite counter tops, it's an enormous kitchen so it has always been last on our list of renovations, but it's time....

Design by Tina is having a CT call, if anyone one is interested in joining her team (I am on it too)Have a look at her amazing products here

KimB Designs has a new collab CU Vintage Grab Bag with Laitha's Designs

My freebie, I used quite a few products in the grab bag.

Download here and here

We had out first Summer storm and rain last night, we so need the rain after a long dry winter! Have a great weekend, see you on a Monday for something special!!!

Bosom Buddies, Style Grab Bag and a freebie for you!

In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month DSO's Pick ur Bits is Bosom Buddies. I love KimB's portion:

Elements - only $3!Papers- only $1.50Alpha- only $1.50My LOKim has this gorgeous wordart freebie on her blogDon't forget KimB's new Style Grab Bag is out today- only $5 for 7 brand new styles!And a freebie on her blog!And I have a CU layered template freebie- I used Kim's styles on the sampleDownload here

I received this gorgeous RAK from By Becca last week, thanks so much Becca, I had such fun playing with it!
Walk in SplendorMy LO- my DDAnd this beautiful cluster frame freebie on Becca's blog
Have a fabulous week!!